Jobs · Analyst · Virginia

Gas Chromatography Analytics Scientist

PerkinElmer · Richmond, VA · 2 mo ago
Analyst$65k–$80k/yrFull-time

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform GC based analyses according to approved methods.
  • Carry out GC/MS profiling in support of ASAP chemical analysis and related studies.
  • Prepare samples and analytical standards.
  • Review analytical results and identify potential issues.
  • Assist with method qualification and optimization activities.
  • Flexibility to support post-treatment chemical analysis.
  • Maintain instrumentation and laboratory documentation.
  • Support quality and compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate with laboratory teams to meet project objectives.

Skills

  • Hands-on experience operating GC and GC-MS instrumentation.
  • Competence in sample and standard preparation.
  • Ability to review data for accuracy and flag anomalies.
  • Familiarity with chromatography data systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and good written and verbal communication.
  • Proficiency with Excel, Word, and other Microsoft products.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related discipline and 2 plus years of relevant experience.
  • Associates degree in Chemistry or related discipline with 4 years of relevant experience.
  • High School Diploma with 6 plus years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with GC instrumentation.
  • Experience with GC/MS profiling.
  • Experience in an analytical testing laboratory.

Working Environment

  • Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.).
  • The person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite.
  • Frequently operate on instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function.
  • Occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds (potential for occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds).

Pay

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $65,000 to $80,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Similar jobs

Analytical HPLC Scientist

Eurofins PSS Insourcing SolutionsSanford, NC· 3 mo ago
Quality Assuranceapply on jobs.smartrecruiters.com